CADS
Design ServicesEngland, United Kingdom51-200 Employees
CADS is a UK-based design services firm with more than four decades of experience in retail space planning, retail design and architecture, measured building surveys, and housing surveys for national programs such as the English Housing Survey and Scottish Household Survey. It serves retailers, property developers, and public sector clients by delivering precise measurements, practical design solutions, and data-driven insights to optimise store layouts and maximise space. By combining advanced tools with industry expertise, the team translates complex data into actionable recommendations that support long-term value for projects. Based in Bradwell, England, CADS operates as a mid-sized firm with a diverse client roster that includes government agencies, leading retailers like Waitrose, M&S, Primark, and Frasers Group, and developers such as Savills, Graham, and Portview. Its services cover measured surveys for commercial, residential, and industrial properties, and practical design and architectural delivery for retailers and developers, alongside housing survey support for public sector insights. In 2023, CADS was acquired by Tern Capital Limited.